Nebraska head football coach Matt Rhule recently made the official announcement that Dylan Raiola will be the starting quarterback, a decision that was quietly communicated within the program. Rhule first informed Heinrich Haarberg and Daniel Kaelin before letting Raiola know that the news was already public on social media. Rhule highlighted that while Raiola has the potential to start, Haarberg and Kaelin were also strong contenders for the position. Raiola’s strengths include elite arm power, understanding of the run game, and improved footwork in the pocket. Despite naming a starter, Rhule emphasized that Haarberg could still play a significant role in the offense beyond quarterback, due to his athletic versatility, similar to former Nebraska coach Scott Frost. Meanwhile, Kaelin will continue to compete for the backup role and won’t just be a backup for minor tasks; he is ready to step up if needed. Rhule expressed confidence in all four quarterbacks, noting their capability to lead the team when called upon. The announcement, while significant outside the program, was treated as a routine part of the competition within the team.
